The Chief of Naval Staff of Pakistan Navy, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi who is presently on an official check out to Sri Lanka, consulted with Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters yesterday (25 Feb.).

The going to Admiral was accorded a formal and sophisticated Guard of Honour by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with marine traditions upon his arrival, and was subsequently welcomed by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera.After an exchange of pleasantries, the leading military brass talked about a number of matters crucial to the navies of both nations, thinking back the long-standing relationship between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

The cordial conversation drew to a close with an exchange of keepsakes to mark the goodwill and camaraderie.Having presented for a group picture with the Commander of the Navy and the Board of Management, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi left his remarks in the Visitors Book at the office of Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy and took leave from the Navy Headquarters premises.As part of this official see, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi is scheduled to contact Hon.

President, Secretary of Defence, Chief of Defence Staff and meet Commanders of the Army and Air Force.

In addition, he will likewise visit the Eastern Naval Command and Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee.

Further, the Pakistan Navy Chief will likewise attend several programmes organised by the Sri Lanka Navy.

Concluding the official visit, the Chief of Naval Staff of Pakistan Navy will leave the island on 28 February.